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Troy • Ohio • Freshmen
The Troy Foundation offers over $900,000 in scholarships annually, with awards up to $2,500 for local students. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers $500-$6,000 scholarships for Bloomingdale High School seniors based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers $500-$6,000 scholarships for Saugatuck High School seniors based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Walla Walla County • Columbia County • Garfield County • Umatilla County • Washington • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Blue Mountain Community Foundation offers 80+ scholarships for local students, with awards up to $7,000 based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Taos County • New Mexico • Freshmen
Taos Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for Taos County students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $6,000 for high school seniors based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Waterloo • Iowa • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 12, 2025
Door County • Wisconsin • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
New Britain • Berlin • Plainville • Southington • Connecticut • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain offers $300,000+ in scholarships annually to local students with a common application process.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Winona • Minnesota • Freshmen
Winona Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for $500+ awards!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
California • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Travel & Tourism • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The David Armanasco Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for students in food service or hospitality, prioritizing Monterey County residents.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Idaho • Freshmen
The Daniel R. Torres Memorial Scholarship awards $500 to Idaho high school seniors with a 2.5 GPA for essays on future dreams and community impact.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Yampa • Colorado • Freshmen
Yampa Valley Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Keweenaw County • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Keweenaw Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Awards start at $250.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Warren County • Burke County • Columbia County • McDuffie County • Richmond County • Georgia • Freshmen
The Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,000 for local students based on merit, need, or activities. One application required.
Deadline:
March 17, 2025
Catron County • Chaves County • Dona Ana County • Hidalgo County • Otero County • Sierra County • Socorro County • Grant County • Lincoln County • Luna County • New Mexico • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico offers $150,000+ in scholarships for students. Apply online for matching opportunities.
Deadline:
March 17, 2025
Glynn County • McIntosh County • Camden County • Georgia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 21, 2025
Alabama • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Kirk Kirkland Memorial Scholarship offers $250 for Alabama students in hospitality or culinary fields with a 2.5 GPA and leadership skills.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Adams County • Florence County • Forest County • Green Lake County • Iron County • Langlade County • Lincoln County • Marathon County • Marquette County • Menominee County • Oneida County • Portage County • Price County • Shawano County • Vilas County • Waupaca County • Waushara County • Wood County • Wisconsin • Freshmen
The Community Foundation offers $300,000+ in scholarships for local students across 15 counties. High chances to win! Apply now.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Walthall County • Warren County • Washington County • Wayne County • Webster County • Wilkinson County • Winston County • Yalobusha County • Yazoo County • Holmes County • Humphreys County • Issaquena County • Itawamba County • Jackson County • Jasper County • Jefferson County • Jefferson Davis County • Jones County • Kemper County • Lafayette County • Lamar County • Lauderdale County • Lawrence County • Leake County • Lee County • Leflore County • Lincoln County • Lowndes County • Madison County • Marion County • Marshall County • Monroe County • Adams County • Alcorn County • Amite County • Attala County • Benton County • Bolivar County • Calhoun County • Carroll County • Chickasaw County • Choctaw County • Claiborne County • Clarke County • Clay County • Coahoma County • Copiah County • Covington County • DeSoto County • Forrest County • Franklin County • George County • Greene County • Grenada County • Hancock County • Harrison County • Hinds County • Montgomery County • Neshoba County • Newton County • Noxubee County • Oktibbeha County • Panola County • Pearl River County • Perry County • Pike County • Pontotoc County • Prentiss County • Quitman County • Rankin County • Scott County • Sharkey County • Simpson County • Smith County • Stone County • Sunflower County • Tallahatchie County • Tate County • Tippah County • Tishomingo County • Tunica County • Union County • Mississippi • Freshmen
The Community Foundation for Mississippi offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Minot • North Dakota • Freshmen
Minot Area Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Key Biscayne • Florida • Freshmen
Key Biscayne Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $2,000.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Salem • Oregon • Freshmen
Salem Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply by April 30.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Yoakum County • Winkler County • Ward County • Upton County • Sterling County • Scurry County • Reeves County • Reagan County • Pecos County • Mitchell County • Midland County • Martin County • Lynn County • Loving County • Kent County • Howard County • Hockley County • Glasscock County • Garza County • Gaines County • Ector County • Dawson County • Crane County • Coke County • Cochran County • Borden County • Andrews County • Texas • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Permian Basin Area Foundation offers $3,000 scholarships for West Texas students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Minnesota • Freshmen • Sophomores
The O'Brien Scholarship offers $500 to Minnesota State two-year college students who are immigrants or children of immigrants with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
To increase your chances of winning a local scholarship, focus on crafting a strong application, highlighting your achievements and community involvement, and ensuring you meet all eligibility criteria. Additionally, applying early and thoroughly researching each scholarship can help.
Yes, many local scholarships are specifically tailored to residents of certain regions or states. You can find these opportunities by searching on Mos, which can help you identify scholarships available in your area.
Common documents required for local scholarships include your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and proof of residency. Always refer to the specific scholarship guidelines for exact requirements.
To apply for local scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and recommendation letters, and sometimes write an essay. Check the specific application process for each scholarship on platforms like Mos.
It's advisable to start applying for local scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college, to maximize your opportunities.
Yes, you can apply for multiple local scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Eligibility criteria for local scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as residency, academic performance, community involvement, and specific demographic requirements. Always check the specific criteria for each scholarship.
Yes, local scholarships are typically legitimate and are offered by reputable organizations within your community. However, it's always a good idea to research the scholarship provider to ensure their credibility.
You can find local scholarships by searching on platforms like Mos, which aggregates scholarship opportunities based on your location and eligibility.
Local scholarships are financial awards offered by organizations, businesses, or individuals within a specific community or region. They are designed to support students who are residents of that area and often take into account local needs and values.
To increase your chances of winning a Local scholarship, focus on submitting a well-written application, meeting all eligibility criteria, and highlighting your community involvement and achievements. Additionally, consider using resources like Mos to find tailored opportunities.
Yes, many Local scholarships are specifically tailored to residents of certain regions or states. You can find these opportunities by searching local scholarship databases or checking with community organizations.
Common documents required for Local scholarships include academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and proof of residency. Always refer to the specific scholarship guidelines for exact requirements.
To apply for Local scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and recommendation letters, and sometimes write an essay. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
It's advisable to start applying for Local scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college. This gives you ample time to gather necessary documents and meet deadlines.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Local scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Eligibility criteria for Local scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as residency in the area, academic performance, community involvement, and specific demographic requirements. Always check the specific criteria for each scholarship.
Yes, Local scholarships are generally legitimate and are offered by reputable organizations and institutions. However, it's always a good idea to research the scholarship provider to ensure its credibility.
You can find Local scholarships by searching on scholarship databases, community foundations, local businesses, and educational institutions. A great resource to explore is Mos, which aggregates various scholarship opportunities.
Local scholarships are financial awards offered by organizations, businesses, or individuals within a specific community or region. They are designed to support students who are residents of that area and often take into account local needs and values.
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